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Herb Granger Obituary

SHELBY - James Herbert "Herb" Granger, age 91, passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at Peak Resources in Cherryville.

Born in Cleveland County on August 14, 1929 he was the son of the late James Lewis and Cora Belle Clark Granger. Herb was a member of Bethel Baptist Church, where he was a former member of the choir and the men's ministry. He retired from Carolina Freight after 27 years of service and then drove for TACC about 10 years. Herb served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War and was a 3rd class radarman. He was a member of the Cleveland Masonic Lodge #202 AF/AM, Scottish Rites Bodies and the Oasis Shriner Club. Herb loved reading, gardening and traveling. In addition to his parents, Herb is preceded in death by his first wife, Joyce Fisher Granger and second wife, Irene Henderson Granger; a daughter, Kathy Granger; two brothers, Tommy Granger and Richard Granger.

Herb is survived by two daughters, Renee Allen and husband Jack of Cherryville, Linda Ann Granger of Mooresboro; a son, Steve Granger and wife Revonda of Waco; 8 grandchildren, Jeff Parker, Jason Parker (Crystal), Ashley Scruggs (Gary), Savannah Granger, Lan Allen (Megan), Kelly Kiser (Dereck), J. R. Allen, Ashley Hicks; numerous great grandchildren; a special friend Jasmine Hunt; and nieces and nephews.

Graveside service with Military and Masonic Rites, will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, September 3, 2020 at Sunset Cemetery with Rev. Jerry Welch officiating.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, social distancing and mask will be required.

Memorials can be made to: Shriners Hospitals for ChildrenAttn: Office of Development
2900 N. Rocky Point Dr.Tampa, FL 33607, Baptist Children's Homes of NC, 204 Idol St. Thomasville, NC 27360, or Masonic Home for Children, 600 College Street, Oxford NC 27565

Cecil M Burton Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family. Guest Registry is available at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Shelby Star on Sep. 2, 2020.

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Carlie Jackson

September 5, 2020

I’m so sorry for your loss. I work at Peak and he always listened to me and he always made me smile!! He was so sweet and so kind! I’m praying for your family.

Nancy Dixon Coley

September 4, 2020

I am so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of your family. Mr Granger was a fine man. He took me for my first ride on a motorcycle! Wish I could see you all. Hugs and kisses. Nancy Dixon Coley

Mark and Rhoda StJohn

September 3, 2020

Our condolences to Renee, Jack, JR and the rest of the family. As my father has just passed as well, I know how difficult it is to loose a loved one especially during these times. It is very hard on family and friends.

Sharon Crocker

September 3, 2020

Renee, Linda and Steve
My deepest, heartfelt condolences for y’all. My prayers are with you all during this time and may the The Lord Jesus comfort you.

Joel London

September 1, 2020

Renee , Linda, Steve,So Sorry for your loss, your Daddy he was a great man, daddy, grandpa, friend. He will be missed by all that knew him. But for all believers just knowing that he is in Heaven with his loved ones, that have gone on to Glory before him. Just knowing that one day when we get to Glory, our loved ones we will see again.God Bless each of you.

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